He entered the Franciscan order in 1533 and was ordained at Siena, Republic of Florence, in 1547. He served twice (1557–60) as inquisitor general in Venice, his severity there causing his recall. Pope Pius V made him vicar general of the Franciscans and bishop (1566), later elevating him to the cardinalate on May 17, 1570. He retired during the pontificate (1572–85) of Pope Gregory XIII and edited the works of Bishop ... (100 of 503 words)